I typically only do reviews for food but had an awesome experience with World Balloon. They were very accommodating and added us on a tour for the next day after another company cancelled. Prices were reasonable. The team was professional, structured, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. I never felt endangered or scared during the entire ride. We saw the sun rise and had a great 360 view of Albuquerque. When we landed the trackers were there to assist and and bring us back to the take off site. Upon returning we had a champagne toast whole listening to a story on the origins to the hot air balloons. read more

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From pick up to drop off, it was all great. Our pilot Chris was so fun to be around and he was so gracious to answer all of our questions. A smooth ride from start to finish. He's also funny. The owner and his wife was so kind- they helped get the balloon set up. Live the history story of hot air ballooning. Makes me want to always have a bottle of champagne to greet others ! It was even better that so many balloons were in the air around us. Never alone in the skies. Overall a wonder experience. I would def call them again. read more

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Flight was awesome! Staff is second to none. Murray is an awesome pilot. We had a wonderful time. The balloon flight was the highlight of our vacation. We highly recommend World Balloon. read more

What an absolute amazing experience. The crew was incredible and worked so hard. Our plot Tammy was so skilled and talented.

Wow, just wow. With Tamie as our pilot and Mureay and Mary as our hosts, we were treated with a beautiful sunrise balloon ride I've Albuquerque. It was so beautiful. Fulfilled a life long dream. We were treated to the history of ballooning and treats at the end of our ride to celebrate. Definitely do it read more

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This was absolutely amazing. Was a bit concerned about going up in January. Surface temps were around 26, but it was actually warmer in the air. Tammi was our pilot and my daughter and I were joined by 2 other couples. Everyone had a great time. read more

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Bucket list check! Wow what a great experience. If you're scared of heights don't fear as it is so smooth and stable. We get to fly with pilot Murray. He has been flying balloons since he was 18 and he is now ??. We truly enjoyed our first flight and will definitely do it again. World Balloon treats you like family as they are very attentive to your concerns or any questions you may have. After your flight it is history story time with snacks and mimosas. It is a must as you get the air balloon history and why drinks are served after your flight. It is awesome to listen to the difference in the pilots perspectives. Thank you to the awesome crew and a special thanks to Pilot Murray we loved your story telling. read more

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The experience was awesome! Very well organized and professional! Our Pilot Chris was totally awesome! read more

Chris was our pilot. He and his crew did an amazing job and were very hard working out here in the hot sun. It was a perfect Abq ballooning trip to end a vacation on and we're very grateful for the opportunity. Thanks crew! read more

8/8/2025 flight This was our first hot air balloon flight and both my wife and I were impressed with the instructions we received prior to lift off. We got to see the equipment being unloaded and the balloon being inflated. Very organized crew. Flight was about 66 minutes and we traveled a little under 10 miles. Highly recommend World Balloon for a great experience. read more

5++* star rating! This team is highly skilled! Murray was our pilot who not only cared for our safety and those on the ground but also offered us such an entertaining and educational experience. Once back on the ground, the ceremonial toast and history of ballooning was shared. Thank you, thank you Murray, Julie and your amazing team!! read more

World Balloon - Sunrise over the Rio Grande - Hot Air Balloons Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

The hot air balloon team at World Hot Air Balloon are amazing! They picked us up and dropped us back at our hotel after a long, fun- filled adventure. We were provided with information related to the ballooning industry as well as personal facts. The light snacks and champagne toast was an added bonus. I would also like to thank Leslie for her great communication throughout the process of getting our group ready for the adventure of a life time. read more

World Balloon - Pedicure and leg massage. - Hot Air Balloons Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

We just got back from a balloon ride with World Balloon and I can say that they are a top notch group. We are at the Balloon Festival and wanted to go up in one. These guys made that happen. It was a great experience. They are very organized and professional. I was surprised to see how many people it takes to run. Each ballon had a ground crew of five of six people who were involved with unloading and preparing the gondola, unpacking and inflating the balloon, loading fuel, assisting with boarding and unboarding, launching and landing, refueling, etc... in addition there were people who schedule, take payments, etc. there are vans that pick you up from the landing site, bring in folks for the next hop, and back at the start they have mimosa's and snacks ready for you when you return. Bottom line, that helps explain the cost of the experience. We were able to see a hundred or more balloons from he Festival while in the air. It was a smooth flight. We traveled multiple miles, but came back to a spot that was close to the launch site, landing in a grass field in a park. There were ten passengers onboard, so it is a bit tight, but not bad. The pilot explained everything as we went along... views were fantastic, the flight was quite peaceful... the landing was soft... Definitely something that should be on your bucket list. read more

Loved this experience with World Balloon! A balloon ride was always on the bucket list and to be able to do it with World Balloon and their awesome crew made it a fun, seamless and memorable event. We learned some interesting facts about Albuquerque and the history of ballooning. Our captain Randy was skilled and made me feel safe despite feeling a wee bit anxious once we started ascending. Murray was an awesome co-pilot also making us all feel reassured with the experience between the two of them. He was also very welcoming, friendly and provided so much knowledge during the whole experience. Can't say enough about the crew who worked hard to get us up and back down safely. They are like a well-oiled machine. Additionally, the comic relief they all provided made the entire experience even more enjoyable. I would 10/10 recommend World Balloon to everyone who was looking to check off this bucket list item in Albuquerque! read more

This company was amazing! The crew and owners made our trip superb, definitely worth the money. Highly recommend the morning ride with champagne mimosas--sublime! read more

Unfortunately, my experience with this adventure was not good, thanks to the pilot Tamie. I would first like to say I was amazed at how hard the team worked. Watching them get ready to take off and the landing was great to see. I was there with my two grandsons with autism, and we were all three excited for our trip. Once off the ground, Tamie and the other two passengers in the basket talked about where they were from and Tamie stated how she loved that area. Then she asked where I was from. I replied Georgia and she then informed me she hated Georgia. That it is the most racist state. I am not a racist and know many people for my state who are not. I was just glad my oldest grandchild was wearing his earphones. If you have a child with Autism, you know how triggers work. In the air with him, hearing the comment could have been a disaster. The rest of the trip, anything I said or even where I looked seem to aggravate her. I then decided to just keep quite, and I tried to enjoy the time I had left. I couldn't wait to land. I think had I been with a different pilot, I would have enjoyed myself. I would not recommend World Balloon, especially if you're from Georgia. I have met many people in New Mexico that were very nice. So, I know, it's not the entire state. read more

Wonderful flight, great pilot who flew with confidence and precision to land in a tight space with no problems, everyone had a good time.

Chris was an amazing pilot, and the crew were also amazing. You could tell it was a great team. The views were breathtaking. I will never forget this adventure and world ballon's for being so easy to work with and so kind. read more

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Had a phenomenal hot air balloon ride with champagne afterwards with our Pilot, Chris, and Owner, Murray. The whole crew is professional, fun, and amazing! What a peaceful and very memorable ride for my birthday! Highly recommend!! read more

if you are ever in Albuquerque and want to check a bucket list item off, then sign up for for a balloon ride with World Balloon. We had Tamie as our pilot. She is Amazing at her craft of flying and makes sure you have fun! Brian Mulnix read more

Great first time balloon experience! May 2024 I have to admit I was afraid but no worries it was a great experience! Chris our pilot came to our hotel and pick us up. He was not only super nice, he explained everything and was funny. We watched them set up the balloon which was amazing and fast considering how much effort goes into it. It is a family run business and I prefer to support the small business over the big guys. The family also were great. The workers were also great and strong. Way to go"A-Team". Thanks for the adventure!! read more

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We really loved our balloon trip. The pilot Tammie was awesome, her helper Savannah was extremely friendly and took great pictures in our outing. They did not even charge for pictures which most businesses will to make more money. read more

If you're in Albuquerque, don't miss a chance to fly with these guys. They are super professional and I felt safe every moment from getting in the basket, throughout the spectacular flight (including sunrise over Sandia Peak, while drifting along the Rio Grande), until we were safely down in a pinpoint landing that was gentler than my plane landing in Albuquerque. Everyone was super helpful and friendly. it couldn't have been a better experience. read more

We booked the night before as they had some spots left for our adventure. Leslie was so funny and delightful. We told her we were just married and on our honeymoon. We had picked which leg we would take and it turned out that we were with other newlyweds and a couple celebrating their 50th. There was also a proposal inside the balloon. Everyone one was great and well organized. The ride was amazing and they provided snacks and drinks when we were done. Highly recommend. read more

Chris was our pilot. He was full of knowledge and extremely professional. We had a great flight during the balloon festival. Balloons could be seen but don't expect to be right in the middle of the action, as we had to stay at least 4 miles away. HIGHly recommend World Balloon if you are going to book. Leslie has the best customer service and the whole experience was a 10/10. Thank you !!! read more

We enjoyed our World Balloon ride over Albuquerque. The crew was great. Learned a lot about ballooning and becoming a pilot. Good snacks and mimosa's at the end. I recommend this company. read more

From the minute we drove up and saw our Ballon getting filled, our excitement was on high. The crew was very friendly and got us in, and with their great attitudes and comedic delivery, any nervousness was gone. The flight, in a word - Amazing! What made it even more awesome was the geography lessons and shared stories by our Captain Marray made it even more awesome. A true professional. A pros pro! Breathtaking views, great laughs, a little history and an overall amazing time and one of the highlights from our trip. Thank you World Balloon read more

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We had a GREAT flight with Chris our pilot! The fear of height from my better half did not kick in due to Chris's calm explanations of the adventure. I've been watching them go up for 50 years and finally entered the "Club". We highly recommend spending a special occasion going up up and away! read more

Excellent!!! The staff was Amazing. We had Scott as a pilot, Alex as a chase car and it was a blast. The flight was amazing - peaceful and beautiful. They really took care of making sure we were safe. The landing was fun! Back at the pick up location, snacks and drinks were waiting. plus we were allowed to pet their Great Dane . not their fault, but if you have trouble getting up over the basket, it is kind of difficult for some. please keep that in mind. read more

World Balloon - Hot Air Balloons Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Brittany and Mike (and crew) were gracious, skilled, knowledgeable all with personality. Smooth landing, takeoff and view of Albuquerque breathtaking. Continental breakfast with an excellent story ended this weekend with a blast! We wholeheartedly recommend this service/adventure to anyone who enjoys life. read more

World Balloon - Up, up, and away in their beautiful ballon - Hot Air Balloons Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Murray, Tamie, and Crew provided a perfect experience! (World Balloon is one if not the only balloon company in ABQ that hires / has a female pilot (Tamie)! Fabulous tales & info shared. Felt 100% safe and had a beautiful flight. The entire staff worked together as a great team - super impressed. Enjoy your flight with them!! read more

I called the day before and they were so helpful and nice securing a flight. Our pilot, Murray, was knowledgeable and fun along with the crew. We felt very safe and the sunrise views were amazing! We were in the air to watch the sun rise over the Sandia mountains and Rainbow Rides were still inflating their balloons! One recommendation is to upgrade post flight snacks from pre-packaged gas station snacks to local muffins or donuts to go along with yummy mimosas. read more

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One of the best experiences I have had on any trip. It was so easy to plans and it was during the balloon festival. If you talk to Leslie you will understand even before the flight. It was worth every penny! This is the absolute best company you can use for a flight. Can't wait to go back and do it again. Albuquerque was great and World Balloon was the best part! read more

This experience was more than worth the money! This was a magical trip and our humorous and knowledgable captain, Murray, made it an absolute delight. The rest of the crew were equally delightful and entertaining. We were off the ground well before the "B team" competitors-- see photos... I was really, really hoping to skim the Rio Grande and we did!!! We glided inches above the water and Murray assured us they do this every trip if they can. I was thankful for Murray's quick history of ballooning which explained the champagne breakfast tradition! Murray and the crew were also very good at offering to take photos of everyone and posting to their facebook page! Don't miss out on this experience-- it's an extraordinary way to see the world! read more

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World Balloon is hands down awesome! Murray "the owner and lead pilot" booked our flight over the phone the day prior to our flight. He was very helpful, answered all of our questions, and was very nice! We had Mike Heffron aka "Hef" as our pilot. He made the experience awesome! He was sooooo patient, polite, answered all of the questions, and just fun! He took us for a "toe tickler" over the cottonwoods before we went for a "splash and dash" which we were the only balloon that morning to go over the Rio Grande cause of his patience. The flight was pleasant and peaceful. Watching the sunrise over the Sandia's MTN was amazing. Hef told us a lot of facts about Albuquerque and the surrounding areas The landing was smooth and soft thanks to Hef and his abilities and skills! The chase crew was very nice and respectful and fun as well. Overall the experience was one we will never forget and we would go again in a heartbeat if we find ourselves in Albuquerque! read more

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Bucket list checked. The pilot and his crew were amazing and very friendly. We saw a beautiful sunrise and shared a champagne toast and history lesson of how hot air balloons started. This is a must when in town. read more

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We booked a flight for 4 on 4/11 (my bday), and had a beautiful, relaxing experience. The weather was perfect - light winds, not cold, clear skies. We had a great experience with World Balloon - clear communication and booking, everything on time, great flight, excellent pilot and support team! We even got to do a splash and dash due to JF's (our pilot's) expertise! He tried once and then circled back to finish the splash and dash! All was celebrated at the end with champagne toasts! I highly recommend this - sorry it took so long to review! read more

We had the best time! Safety is #1 and I love that! We love taking friends from out of town to ride with world balloons, best memories. The ride is extremely peaceful. We have taken friends that have motion sickness and afraid of heights but they loved it and didn't have any issues. We loved learning about Albuquerque during the flight along with seeing all of Albuquerque. I can't put it into words but this is a MUST DO! Get there early to watch the pre-show. read more

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Over 10 years ago I made a decision that I wanted to try a hot air balloon. The opportunity never presented itself. I just so happen to come to NM for a church event and the Hatch Chili Festival. When I went to retrieve my luggage I saw the flyer for World Balloon and knew it my was my moment of opportunity. I called when I arrived at the Hotel and spoke with Leslie, she was super kind, even offered dinning suggestions in Albuquerque. Fast forward to Labor Day (ironically they were open). I had a Balloon ride of my life time! Our pilot Murray was the best, funny and told a great story at the end. If you love dogs you will love Lulu the Great Dane who loves to help at the end of each flight. If your nervous or afraid just don't think about it, just try it. You will see a sunset worth more then money can buy. My promise to you is from beginning to end it will memorable. Cant wait for another trip at the Balloon Festival. #SeeYouThere read more

World Balloon - Hot Air Ballon-Ready for take off . - Hot Air Balloons Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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We had the most amazing balloon rice today! Everyone was so professional and Chris our pilot was amazing!!! So safe and so fun!!!